Retail Finance Analyst
- Recruiter
- Consumer Additions
- Location
- Watford, Hertfordshire
- Salary
- Up to £50,000 + bens + bonus
- Posted
- 24 Apr 2017
- Closes
- 01 May 2017
- Job Title
- Finance Business Partner
- Category
- Consumer products / FMCG, Retail / Wholesale
- Experience Levels
- Qualified Accountant
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Retail Finance Analyst
Our client is an international retailer with a high street presence across the globe. They are currently recruiting for an exciting Retail Finance Analyst to support and challenge the Retail Division. You will play a key role in the identifying areas for improvement in the retail division and providing insight to stakeholders.
Retail Finance Analyst KEY ACCOUNTIABLITIES
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Produce annual budget and update forecasts with the Retail team, challenging assumptions, variances, and recommend improvements
- Provide financial support for the UK Retail business, identifying key profit drivers to help drive sales
- KPI reporting and analysis
- Manage store P&Ls and analysing regions and different store formats
- Build relationships with commercial teams, providing them necessary support as and when requested
- Capital Appraisals and PIRs
- Deliver store profitability analysis and forecasts
CANDIDATE EXPERIENCE
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Ideally a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or overseas equivalent)
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Advanced Excel skills
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with, and influence, senior stakeholders
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Previous management accounting and analytical experience
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Knowledge of Oracle and Essbase is beneficial
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Previous experience in the retail or FMCG sectors is preferred
The company offer a great working environment and opportunities to progress in the future.